Tender

Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform - Solent region

PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL

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10 Sep 2020 at 11:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for developing a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform in the Solent region is being led by Portsmouth City Council on behalf of Solent Transport, which is a collaboration of multiple local councils. This project falls within the service industry category, particularly focusing on software programming and consultancy services. Interested businesses should note that the procurement is currently at the planning stage, with a deadline for expressions of interest set for 25th September 2020. The aim is to secure a development partner by March 2021, with the platform targeted for launch in July 2021. The initial project is funded until March 2024, after which the platform is expected to be financially self-sustaining.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for software development firms, particularly those with expertise in multi-modal transport solutions, journey planning systems, and data analytics. Companies with capabilities in creating adaptable software that integrates multiple transport methods and provides real-time data comparison could excel in this tender. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement method is based on a restricted procedure, allowing selected bidders to tender after a shortlisting process. The flexibility in contracting terms means that innovative commercial models may also be welcomed, further enhancing the potential for business growth in this emerging sector.

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Notice Title

Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform - Solent region

Notice Description

Solent Transport - a partnership between Hampshire County Council, Portsmouth City Council, Southampton City Council and Isle of Wight Council - has received funding from the Department for Transport as part of it successful Future Transport Zone bid to develop and launch a Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform. The role of contracting authority/entity and sourcing agent will be undertaken by Portsmouth City Council ('the council') on behalf of Solent Transport. The project is funded until 2024, beyond which it is targeted that the platform will be financial self-sustaining on a rolling basis and ideally provide an ongoing income stream which can be shared by the parties. The target date for launch of the platform is July 2021 following a procurement exercise to secure a MaaS development partner by March 2021. Solent Transport has outlined the project aims, draft specification as well as the contracting and tendering strategies and commercial model. The initial proposition pack is available in the document set on this portal. In summary, the top level requirements for the platform include: * multi-modal journey planning, either from launch or in the future * accurate comparisons between transport modes (in price, time, environmental impact etc.) * in-app ticket purchasing * provision of data to monitor the success of the scheme * ability to adapt and respond to data/research findings and the needs of transport operators * neutrality across all transport providers Prior to commencing a formal procurement process, Solent Transport is seeking feedback on its initial specification, contracting and commercial strategy. Solent Transport is offering confidential 1-2-1 feedback consultation meetings with interested parties. Meetings will take place from 14th to 25th September 2020 and can be booked via email application to procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk Following completion of this market testing exercise, the council envisages undertaking a formal procurement exercise using the Restricted Procedure. The council envisages appointing the successful development partner on a 2-stage contracting basis. The 1st stage will cover the development of the platform in conjunction with Solent Transport and its local partners, including the local Universities. Subject to satisfactory completion of the 1st stage development work, the 2nd stage will cover the launch and operation of the MaaS platform on a flexible hybrid service / concession contracting basis. The council will take a flexible approach to contracting terms in order to allow for a range of commercial models that may be put forward along with supplier led contractual clauses. The Restricted Procedure will see the 3-4 highest scoring bidders from a supplier shortlisting process receiving the invitation to tender. While the council does not intend to enter a competitive dialogue or negotiated procedure, the council d... Additional information: Portsmouth City Council is currently in the process of seeking expressions of interest for the following project - Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform - Solent region. The full details and ability to express an interest will be via our e-sourcing system Intend. This filepath will take you to the relevant area of Intend, https://in-tendhost.co.uk/portsmouthcc/aspx/Tenders/Current Once on the page you can either scroll down or use the search function to find the relevant project. Should you have any problems with the above link, please contact us on 023 9268 8235 or email: procurement@portsmouthcc.gov.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b3be4056-36ab-43db-ad00-8290d69378cd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/849f8814-1498-4829-afbc-cf4c23d7a655
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48461000 - Analytical or scientific software package

48480000 - Sales, marketing and business intelligence software package

48600000 - Database and operating software package

48810000 - Information systems

72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services

72260000 - Software-related services

72262000 - Software development services

72263000 - Software implementation services

72265000 - Software configuration services

72266000 - Software consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HAMPSHIRE
Postcode
PO1 2BJ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Charles Dickens
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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